Software Engineer

3 weeks ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Canonical Full time
Overview

Software Engineer (Python/Linux/Packaging) at Canonical. We are hiring talented Software Engineers with strong Python, packaging and Linux skills to have a positive impact on the day-to-day workflow of thousands of snap, rock and charm publishers. You will work on packaging formats, build systems and automation that simplify shipping software to the widest possible audience.

What we do

We design and maintain Python tools to support the developer build and publication process. The team builds tools that create snaps, charms and rocks. Snapcraft enables developers to deliver app updates to millions of Linux systems; Charmcraft enables collaboration for Charmed Operator development and publication on Charmhub; Rockcraft provides production-grade Ubuntu-based container images called Rocks for container developers. These images are designed with security and a consistent user experience in mind.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain Python-based tooling to support the build and publication process for snaps, charms, and rocks.
  • Work with container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes and LXD.
  • Understand and contribute to build systems and toolchains, including cross-compilation.
  • Extend the snap build ecosystem by applying your knowledge of languages, toolchains, frameworks, integrations, and CI systems.
  • Collaborate with external open source and commercial projects to better serve community needs.
Qualifications
  • Expertise in Python.
  • Strong understanding of the makeup of a modern GNU/Linux distribution.
  • Good understanding of build systems and toolchains, including cross-compilation.
  • Experience with container technology (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, LXD).
What we offer
  • Fully remote working environment — we have been remote since 2004.
  • Personal learning and development budget of 2,000 USD per annum.
  • Annual compensation review and recognition rewards.
  • Annual holiday leave and parental leave; Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Opportunity to travel to meet colleagues at in-person sprints; travel upgrades for long-haul company events.
About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the publisher of Ubuntu, Canonical supports AI, IoT, and the cloud across a global footprint. We recruit on a global basis and maintain high standards. Most colleagues have been working remotely since our inception in 2004.

Equal Opportunity

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

Job Details
  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries: Software Development

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